Posted by yxibow on February 27, 2005, at 17:08:26
In reply to INCREASING 15MG TO 30MG REMERON - WEIGHT LOSS??!, posted by pretty_paints on February 27, 2005, at 3:11:10
> I just wondered if there was anyone out there who could give me some realisitic info on the weight change. How much weight did you loose/gain with the change? How quickly did this happen? Or did you not notice any change?
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> Thanks a lot!! :-)I think it has several factors -- your baseline metabolism, the action of Remeron itself, and the willpower to padlock the refrigerator. No joke on the last one, I'm afraid.. at least for myself.
I was on Remeron for oh, the better part of a year at least and I would say I gained more than 80 lbs, give or take. Increased dosage, while helping my symptoms, did not lead to decreased weight gain. Its an unfortunate phenomenon with Remeron, because for some its a really good antidepressant. It just potentiates some major weight gain.
Having said this... if it works for you, just be aware of the above... mind your portions, judiciously weigh yourself every so often and balance the risks. For major depression, it can still be a good agent.
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